AMELIA’S ON BALBOA ISLAND
Simply delicious, since 1961.  Exquisite seafood.  Delectable pasta.  Fresh fish.  And fine wines.  With it’s quaint European décor, Amelia’s on Balboa Island delights visitors and locals alike.  Sample mouthwatering speciallities like Black Angus filet mignon with scampi, wild salmon, and linguini with
baby calamari and fresh bay scallops.  This cozy landmark is perfect for romantic dining, family outings, or private parties.  Dinner from 5pm daily.  Brunch 11:30 – 3:30pm F – SA; 10 – 3pm SU.  311 Marine Avenue, Balboa Island.  949-673-6580.  www.ameliasbalboaisland.com.

ANAHEIM WHITE HOUSE
Happy 20th Anniversary (1987-2007).  The Anaheim White House Restaurant is not only favored by locals, but is also our visitors’ premier choice.  “Phenomenal Italian Cuisine…Works of Art…Wonderfully Romantic...Masterpiece” according to Zagat 2007.  And the New York Times hails “The fashion plate of the season is not a model but a dish served at the Anaheim White House.  The Romeo Gigli Salmon.”  The menu features fresh seafood and specialties influenced by proprietor Bruno Serato's frequent trips to his hometown of Verona, Italy.  Plus, the wine list features over 200 Californian and European wines.  Renowned for its high standard of service and ambiance, it features 12 private rooms in a beautifully restored 1909 historic landmark.  887 South Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim.  714-772-1381.  anaheimwhitehouse.com.

ANGELO’S AND VINCI’S RISTORANTE
Dine amidst the art of the great masters in an Italian town square.  You’ll find surprises around every corner…and a few monsters in the wine cellar.  Here, they hand stuff their pastas, roll each tortellini, bake their own bread and make their own sauces fresh from their private stock of Sicilian recipes.  Owner Steven Peck – dancer, choreographer and veteran actor of stage and screen – decorates Angelo’s and Vinci’s with delightful photographs from over 40 years of famous stars, directors and dancers.  Lunch and dinner daily.  Casual dress.  MC, VS, AE.  550 North Harbor Boulevard, Fullerton.  714-879-4022.  www.angelosandvincis.com.

ANTONELLO RISTORANTE
For an unprecedented 14 years running, Antonello Ristorante has earned the coveted Golden Scepter Award, the California Restaurant Writers Association’s highest honor.  Features an extensive menu of antipastos, soups, salads and pasta dinners, as well as a variety of exceptional fish, veal, chicken and beef entrees.  And the wine list boasts more than 700 foreign and domestic labels.  Lunch 11:30am – 2pm M – F; Dinner 5:45 – 11pm daily, except Sunday.  Reservations.  Dress code.  Banquet capacity: 85.  Located just 15 minutes from Disneyland in South Coast Plaza Village.  1611 Sunflower Avenue, Santa Ana.  714-751-7153.  antonello.com.

CHU’S WOK INN CHINESE RESTAURANT
A family run restaurant with award winning authentic Shanghainese, Mandarin and Szechuan cuisine.  The extensive menu offers seafood, chicken, duck, beef and an array of vegetarian selections, all reasonably priced.  In addition, full liquor bar with exotic cocktails will enhance your meal.  Delivery service available for hotels in the Disneyland area.  Lunch from 11am daily; Dinner from 5pm daily.  VIP Room capacity: 25; Banquet Room capacity: 90.  Located one block east of Harbor Boulevard, one block west of Crystal Cathedral and The Block at Orange, and only 5 minutes from Disneyland.  13053 Chapman Avenue, Orange.  714-750-3511. 

JT SCHMID’S RESTAURANT & BREWERY
JT Schmid’s is Anaheim’s preferred brewhouse, steakhouse and clubhouse.  Enjoy handcrafted microbrews and contemporary California cuisine featuring juicy Angus steaks, salads, sandwiches, wood-fired pizza, pastas and seafood.  Plus live music on the outdoor patio TH – SA evenings all summer beginning in May.  Lunch and dinner 11:30am – 12am M – F; noon – 12am SA – SU.  Features wide-screen TVs, full bar and premium cigars.  Banquet and meeting facility capacity: 20 – 250. All  major credit cards accepted.  Located across the street from Honda Center two miles east of Disneyland.  2610 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim.  714-634-9200.  www.jtschmids.com.  

MI CASA MEXICAN RESTAURANT AND BAR
Savor the family-friendly environment of this local favorite for Mexican specialties.  From zesty chili verde, to succulent ground sirloin steak, to more than 20 sumptuous combination platters, to the six-pound chips and cheese appetizer, Mi Casa will make everybody happy.  Here, one thing is certain:  the food is always good and always covered with cheese.  Lunch and dinner from 11am daily.  Features a full bar with big-screen TVs.  Located just 15 minutes from Disneyland.  296 East 17th Street, Costa Mesa.  949-645-7626.  www.micasa1.com.

MULBERRY STREET RISTORANTE
Inspired by Mulberry Street in Little Italy, NYC, this family-run ristorante is a local favorite for family gatherings and entertaining clients.  Established in 1983, it features turn-of-the-century décor and a menu including reasonably-priced fresh seafood, Angus certified steaks, veal, chicken and pasta dishes.  In addition, heavenly homemade desserts, a full liquor bar and wine list will satisfy all palates.  Lunch 11am – 3pm M – SA; Dinner from 5pm daily.  Late-night menu offered 10:30pm – 12:45am F – SA.  Live entertainment TH – SU.  Located in historic downtown Fullerton, 10 minutes from the Convention Center and Disneyland.  114 West Wilshire Avenue, Fullerton.  714-525-1056.  www.mulberry-st.com.